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American composer and musician best known for creating the critically acclaimed, genre-blending soundtrack for the video game Outer Wilds.Prahlow gained widespread recognition for his atmospheric and emotionally resonant score for Outer Wilds (2019), which features acoustic guitar, ambient textures, and folk-inspired melodies. His music is integral to the game's exploration and narrative themes. He has also contributed to other game projects like Echoes of the Eye (Outer Wilds DLC) and worked on film scores and independent music releases.

• Prahlow's work on Outer Wilds was deeply personal; he drew inspiration from his own experiences with grief and loss, particularly following the death of his father, infusing the soundtrack with profound emotional depth.
• The iconic main theme, "14.3 Billion Years," and the track "Travelers" became instant fan favorites, celebrated for their beauty and connection to the game's themes of curiosity, impermanence, and connection across vast distances.
• Prahlow has spoken openly about the intense pressure and creative challenges involved in scoring Outer Wilds, including periods of self-doubt, and how the project significantly impacted his mental health.
• He is known for a highly improvisational approach to composition, often recording layered guitar parts spontaneously to capture raw emotion and a sense of exploration.